This morning I was given a bag of fresh cherries. Since I already had cherries in the refrigerator I decided to use the gift for smoothies. So I sat watching a cooking show on Channel 8 and took the pits out. I then laid them out on a parchment paper lined cookie sheet and placed them in the freezer. Several hours they were ready to add to my smoothie freezer basket.
Smoothies are my “go to” breakfast. I have my freezer smoothie items stored in a basket from the Dollar Store that easily stores on a freezer shelf and slides out so I can place on the counter while I decide what type of smoothie I want to make. I also keep small containers of chia, hemp and flax seed in this area with a set of measuring spoons. It is such a timesaver to have the items together and allows me to easily see what I am running low on. Using even 1/2 cup of frozen fruit will not only add flavor but acts the same as if you were adding ice cubes to thicken. One of the best dollars I’ve spent.
Freezing Cherries
Smoothie basket on shelf in freezer – can you tell my husband likes Van’s Gluten Free Waffles?
Freezing Bananas
Looking for Smoothie Recipes – Click Here and search for smoothies
My Favorite Items for Making Smoothies
Bella Rocket – a small personal size. I’ve owned two of these over the years and think they work as well as some of the more expensive products available.
Waring Blender – my blender is an older model of this one – love it.
VitaMix – This is king of blenders and has the power to make nut butters, soups and of course smoothies
Here are my favorite protein powders:
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Debbie I love that you have a basket in your freezer filled with smoothie goodies! xo
Thanks Katherine 🙂